Gift ideas
A meaningful map gift for a housewarming or wedding
Choose a place with a story: a first home, a hometown or the town where two people met. A guide to giving a map print with personal meaning.
A thoughtful gift does not always need a long message printed on it. Sometimes a place can say enough: the town where a friend grew up, the city where a couple met, or the address of a first home. A personalised map print gives that connection a place in everyday life.
For a housewarming, think beyond the new postcode
The new home is an obvious starting point, but it is not the only one.
- A hometown map can bring a little familiarity into a different city.
- A map of a place where the recipient spent a happy chapter of life can also be meaningful.
Think about the location they talk about, return to or would recognise as part of their own story.
For a wedding, choose a place that belongs to both people
You might consider the town where the couple met, the city they have made their home, or another place they share. The strongest choice is usually the one you know has meaning to them, rather than a location that simply looks attractive on a map.
A ready-made town or city print can be a good fit when the place itself is the story. If you want to request another location, use the custom-map product and confirm the location you want us to use. The product photographs show example artwork, and there is no live preview of the map requested for your order.
A personalised map print gives that connection a place in everyday life.
Choose a size they can comfortably display
If you know where the gift will go, measure the available space or ask about the room. For a surprise, it can help to think about a display they already have rather than assuming a large wall is available. Our print size guide gives the dimensions of A5, A4, A3 and A2.
The prints are supplied unframed. Decide whether you want to give the print on its own or find a suitable frame separately. Check the frame's intended print size, especially if it includes a mount. A larger outer frame measurement does not necessarily mean it accepts a larger print.
Keep the colour choice personal
Think about the recipient's home and the colours they already enjoy. A quiet palette may suit someone who prefers a restrained space, while a bolder theme may feel right for a person who loves colour. The product-page swatches let you compare all 19 themes before choosing.
If you are unsure, the location can remain the main personal element of the gift. You do not need to add a complicated explanation to make it meaningful. A separate note describing why you chose the place can give the print a lovely context when it is opened.
Check the details before ordering
For a ready-made place, start with our town and city map collection. For a different town, city or address, choose Create your own map, select a theme and size, enter the full location and confirm it. Check the selection and current price in the purchase bar before adding it to the cart.
Give a place with a story.
Create your own map
Colour & style
How to choose a colour theme for your map print
From Forest and Blueprint to Noir and Terracotta, find a colour palette that connects your favourite place with the room around it.
Print guides
Choosing the right map print size
A5, A4, A3 or A2? A practical guide to choosing a map print that feels at home on your wall, shelf or gallery display.